Community Impact
Opening Doors: How YES is Helping Young People Step into their Future
Every day at YES Shelter for Youth and Families, staff witness the remarkable strength of young people who arrive carrying experiences...
Fifteen Years of Giving: Community Foundation Highlights the Spirit of Generosity
Gratitude and generosity took centre stage at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre last week as the Community Foundation celebrated 15 years...
Younger Board Members Bring New Energy to the Foundation
You may have noticed we always say that we’re “helping to build a vital community for everyone.” How we do that is down to the people we...
From Trauma to Triumph: How Stable Housing and Mentorship Helps Disadvantaged Youth Find Their Path
This is part of an ongoing series exploring how the grants made by the Foundation in its first 15 years have reverberated in the community...
Upbeat! Harmony in the Heart of the City: A Program that Strikes a Chord with Kids
What if we told you there’s a proven way to build a young person’s self-esteem and confidence and also help them develop discipline,...
New Micro-Credential Program Launched by the Community Foundations of Kawartha Lakes and Greater Peterborough, and Trent University
The Foundation is pleased to partner with the Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes, and Trent University to introduce the Nonprofit...
Creating Safety and Solidarity: The Impact of the Nogojiwanong Two-Spirit Gender Equality Project
Forging supportive and meaningful connections is more challenging than ever in 2024. The Nogojiwanong Two-Spirit Circle is a great example...
Foundation Celebrates Local Charities
Annual Grants Reception Honours Dedication and Impact of Local Non-profits On June 17, friends of the Community Foundation of Greater...
Investing for Impact: Lenders Consortium Unites to help Finance new Canadian Canoe Museum
Did you know there are over 200 community foundations across Canada? Community foundations play a pivotal role in addressing the unique...











